<em>USS Arizona</em> Scale Model
This scale model of USS Arizona was constructed by Robert Sumrall using drawings completed by the Submerged Cultural Resources Unit in 1983.
Virgin Islands public domain photo - Great Barracuda
Great barracudas are impressive sea creatures and of course snorkelers and divers should use caution and not harass the wildlife.
DRTO-DUW-202 - National Parks Gallery
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Diver admires a beautiful stand of Elkhorn Coral
Diver admires a beautiful stand of Elkhorn Coral Public domain photograph of underwater diving, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description
Underwater images - Spotlight Parrotfish
Scientific name: Sparisoma viride Public domain photograph by National Parks Administration, nature conservation, tourism, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description
Underwater images - Yellowtail Snapper
Large schools of yellowtail snapper cruise in and out around the wrecks in Biscayne National Park.
ACAD-GUW-150616-096 - Public Domain image, National Parks Gallery
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Fish on Reef - National Parks Gallery
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School of bass - National Parks Gallery
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CHIS-3DUW-101114-152 - Public Domain image, National Parks Gallery
One of the largest sisters in the world, the sunflower sea stars have 16-24 limbs.
Scientist Deploying the Ultrasonic Thickness Probe
In 1986, the NPS conducted a Biofouling and Corrosion Study on the <em>USS Arizona</em>, to determine the causes and rates of deterioration of the ship components and would subsequently provide a scientific bas... More
Underwater images - SARI_DUW_150515-143
If a diver is familiar with other Caribbean dives, he or she will be surprised by the wonderfully strange Salt River canyon formations - unique in all the world - which is why it's often among the top dive site... More
Underwater images - VIIS_Hurricane_150508-166
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Mangrove Root and Sponge Fauna - Public Domain image, National Parks G...
Mangrove Root and Sponge Fauna Public domain photograph by National Parks Administration, nature conservation, tourism, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description
Underwater images - Mushroom Coral
Most corals are firmly attached to the reef, but a few are not. One common type that isn’t attached is the “mushroom coral”. These corals, in the genus Fungia, look like a mushroom cap that has been turned over... More
DRTO-DUW-150811-004 - Public Domain image, National Parks Gallery
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Snorkeler on a Submerged Anchor
The Dry Tortugas have been the site where hundreds of ships have wrecked, stranded, or sustained causalities since its discovery in 1513.
Tile Floor in Galley Area of <em>USS Arizona</em>
Items thrown onto the site from memorial visitors begin to be visible in the galley area. As one moves closer to the memorial platform, unintentionally deposited items appear, including sunglasses and cellphone... More
DRTO-DUW-025 - National Parks Gallery
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Steam drums atop Scotch boilers of <em>Cox</em>.
The wreckage of <em>Cox</em> includes four boilers. The ship lies on its port side and forward of the hull. The wreckage scatter includes machinery, structural elements, portions of the superstructure and rigging.
Underwater images - CHIS_DUW_111004-230
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Elkhorn Coral Stands - National Parks Gallery
Florida's reefs are the world's most accessible, just a few miles by automobile from millions of residents and tourists. For this reason, they are also among the world's most vulnerable reefs. When diving, snor... More
Underwater images - VIIS_Hurricane_150508-161
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Snorkeler swims through a school of silversides
Snorkeler swims through a school of silversides, Dry Tortugas National Park
ACAD-GUW-150618-049 - Public Domain image, National Parks Gallery
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NPS Diver With a ROV equipped with 3D Camera
Documentation of the USS Arizona is ongoing by the National Park Service. Here, a 3D camera attached to a ROV is entering a hatch. Divers do not penetrate into the ship out of respect for the men still inside.
Underwater images - SARI_DUW_150515-162
Soft and Hard corals and schools of fish in about 130fsw.
USAR-GUW-571 - National Parks Gallery
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ROV on the <em>S.S. America</em> Windlass</em>
A remotely operated vehicle (ROV) on tether hovers above the windlass, the most imposing of the visible deck features on the <em>America</em>.
Interior Desk Viewed from a Porthole
The presence of open portholes enable observation. Visibility is usually restricted to about 15 feet.
Underwater images - Tailgunner's Position
In the late stages of WWII, B-29s were modified for a wide range of non combat duties. Here, the tail cone that replaced the ball socket for the tailgater's machine guns/cannons is missing, lost in the crash.
Virgin Islands public domain photo - Soft Corals
Soft Corals, known as gorgonians, are part of a major study by scientists looking at how populations have changed over time on St. John. Preliminary data suggests gorgonia density on St. John has been increasi... More
Tektite Personnel Transfer Capsule
Tektite personnel spent up to two months underwater in the habitat, setting a world record for time underwater. The Personnel Transfer Capsule was used to bring four Aquanauts to the surface decompression chamber.
Underwater images - Blue Tang - Public Domain image, National Parks Ga...
Blue Tang swim over a coral reef Public domain photograph of underwater diving, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description
Underwater images - CHIS_DUW_111004-209
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National parks: Garibaldi - public domain image
Scientific name: Hypsypops rubicundus Public domain photograph by National Parks Administration, nature conservation, tourism, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description
CHIS-YELL-SRC-106 - Public Domain image, National Parks Gallery
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Underwater images - CHIS_DUW_111004-212
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Underwater images - Torpedo Ray
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Christmas Tree Worm - National Parks Gallery
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50-Caliber on the <em>USS Arizona</em>
.50 Caliber round on the <em>USS Arizona</em>, tagged with a catalog record number. A variety of 50-caliber machine guns were installed on <em>Arizona</em> to increase antiaircraft fire power.
Underwater images - VALR_DEC07_SRC-600
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Historic Coaling Pier Pilings - Public Domain image, National Parks Ga...
In the late 1800s the US Navy built coaling warehouses and piers to refuel their ships. Eventually a particularly strong hurricane saw to the destruction of these structures and the Navy decided not to rebuild ... More
Underwater images - DRTO_DUW_110802-106
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Underwater images - VIIS_HENL_150511-123
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Underwater images - SARI_DUW_150515-108
A diver must monitor their depth gauge carefully, particularly in clear conditions. All recreational divers should stay within the 130fsw limit - there is much to see above these depths and nothing below to ris... More
LAKE-PBY-140306-263 - Public Domain image, National Parks Gallery
The nose section of the aircraft is open and splayed outward and inward. This is likely the result of the sinking aircraft hitting the bottom after the crash. The instruments above the pilot's and copilot's con... More
Crown of Thorns Starfish Eating Coral Head
Crown of Thorns starfish eat the outer living part of the coral, leaving the dead white skeletons, usually killing the coral.
Underwater images - Boulder Coral
A few corals live to become giants. Some of these are called boulder corals, often yellow or brown in color. These slow-growing corals can be found in all sizes on Samoan reefs. One of the world’s largest is at... More
CHIS-YELL-SRC-127 - Public Domain image, National Parks Gallery
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Artificial Reefs Attract Abundant Fish
In the days before navigational aids and accurate charts, these shoals claimed many ships and as a result, the diver can find the scattered remains of a wide variety of shipwrecks.
Underwater images - Great Barracuda
Barracudas are solitary fish which is a good thing because seeing a large one on a reef can be shocking. Remain calm and enjoy the sight.
Underwater images - California Sheepshead
Scientific name: Semicossyphus pulcher Public domain photograph by National Parks Administration, nature conservation, tourism, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description
<em>Chisholm</em> Engine in 140 feet
<em>Chisholm</em> was a screw steamer, powered by a compound engine and Scotch boilers. The compound engine of the <em>Chisholm</em> is intact in 150 ft of water, sitting upright on its mounts within the detach... More
Segment of <em>Cumberland's</em> paddlewheel and boiler
<em>Cumberland</em> was a side-wheeler powered by a walking beam engine and firebox boiler. Portions of side-wheels are located in 80ft of water.
Underwater images - Coral Reef - Public Domain image, National Parks G...
Biscayne National Park is known for its beautiful coral reefs that provide habitat for fish, invertebrates, and other organisms; protect the coastline of South Florida and attract thousands of visitors each yea... More
Underwater images - CHIS_DUW_111004-215
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LAKE-PBY-140305-179 - Public Domain image, National Parks Gallery
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Underwater images - Scorpion Fish
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Underwater images - VIIS_JOHN_150511-138
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Diving and Elkhorn Coral, Biscayne National Park
A diver observes and impressive stand of Elkhorn coral, Biscayne National Park
Underwater images - Fuselage Break
The B-29 that sank into Lake Mead in 1948 was involved in scientific experiments meant to investigate the physical properties of the upper atmosphere in an effort to develop guidance systems to insure missile a... More
Underwater images - Venus Seafan
The shallow reefs in Biscayne are a great place for beginner snorkelers to gain confidence. At the same time, the reefs are so beautiful that even an experienced diver will enjoy their time in the water explori... More
Orange Fin Anemonefish (Amphiprion chrysopterus)
Clownfish are slow swimmers and need the anemone for protection. Scientists have recently disocovered that the clownfish may also benefit the sea anemone by ventilating and circulating water that provides the a... More
DRTO-DUW-205 - National Parks Gallery
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Underwater images - Flamingo Tongue
The flamingo tongue (Cyphoma gibbosum) is a small snail in the cowry family that eats the polyps off of sea fans.
Fish Aggregate Below a Pier - Public Domain image, National Parks Gall...
Reef fish are incredibly abundant in the Dry Tortugas and the best way to enjoy the park is to get into the water with mask, fins and snorkel.
Diver on the Bow of <em>America</em>
The passenger/package freight vessel <em>America</em> was more closely tied to the people of Isle Royale than any of the other ships that remain in its waters. Few Lakes vessels are recalled with more genuine a... More
Underwater images - SARI_DUW_150515-101
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CLF-150606-DUW-040 - Public Domain image, National Parks Gallery
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Lobster Under the Protection of the Marine Sanctuary
Channel Island's Park Dive Officer, Kelly Moore, with a spiny lobster that thrives under the protection of the Marine Sanctuary. Outside of the sanctuary, lobsters are usually taken before growing to this size.
Split Shot of Ofu Island - Public Domain image, National Parks Gallery
The islands of Ofu and Olosega, sixty miles east of Tutuila and accessed by the airport at Ofu, have scenic beaches with spectacular Sunu’itao Peak and Piumafua Mountain backdrops. These islands have good examp... More
Underwater images - DRTO_DUW_110815-128
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Underwater images - KALO_DUW_110925-358
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<em>HMS Fowey</em> Deadeye - Public Domain image, National Parks Galle...
A deadeye was used to run rigging on traditional sailing ships. Archeologists use these objects to date and identify shipwrecks. For instance, a variety of deadeyes found on a wreck site can indicate multiple m... More
Divers on the Number 1 Engine - Public Domain image, National Parks Ga...
Number 1 engine is the only engine still attached to the nacelle - its propeller in the feathered position with the ends of the two top propellers curled back.
ISRO-EMPR-DUW-054 - Public Domain image, National Parks Gallery
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Youth Diving with a Purpose (YDWP)
Nashville based, Youth Diving with a Purpose (YDWP) is in its third year. Youth Diving with a Purpose draws from a diverse range of schools and local organizations for a year-long program of education, civic e... More
DRTO_DUW-150731-007 - National Parks Gallery
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Underwater images - Giant Coral
Ocean temperatures are rising and giant corals that could be hundreds of years old are in danger of dying off. If the coral dies, the fish die, and populations food supply will no longer exist.
PALAU-DUW-120225-113 - Public Domain image, National Parks Gallery
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Underwater images - VALR_DTS_130501-131
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Pearl Harbor Attack, National Memorial - Galley floor tiles
A section of floor tiles from the galley on the USS Arizona
Underwater images - VIIS_Hurricane_150508-165
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VIIS-Mangroves-SRC-105 - Public Domain image, National Parks Gallery
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<em>USS Arizona Porthole</em> - Public Domain image, National Parks Ga...
Sixty-year-old air remains trapped between a porthole glass and the internal black-out cover
Close up of Crown of Thorns Spines
Crown of Thorns starfish have a toxic chemical in their spines that are painful for many days if stuck into flesh.
Underwater images - VIIS_Hurricane_150508-106
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VALR-DUW-140424-003 - Public Domain image, National Parks Gallery
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Pearl Harbor Attack, National Memorial - Through a porthole
Looking through a porthole into a stateroom, now half-filled with sediment.
Underwater images - NPSA_DUW_130829-143
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Soft Coral Underwater Landscape
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Dry Tortugas Underwater Web Cam
Dry Tortugas National Park has an underwater webcam that provides an opportunity for visitors to Garden Key and to our website to view some of the underwater wonders unique to this remote National Park.
Underwater images - SARI_DUW_150515-131
Diver and Purple tube sponge Public domain photograph of underwater diving, free to use, no copyright restrictions image - Picryl description
Divers exploring a shipwreck - Public Domain image, National Parks Gal...
Young diver being guided around a shipwreck, Windjammer Wreck, Dry Tortugas National Park
Underwater images - VIIS_Hurricane_150508-114
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Cooking Pot on the Deck of <em>USS Arizona</em>
Materials litter the deck of the Arizona. The silt is not very deep and many objects are visible. Each significant visible artifact has been tagged and cataloged. This artifact has been photographed and transf... More
Underwater images - Giant Clam - Public Domain image, National Parks G...
Giant clams need sunlight and inhabit shallow clear waters down to 60 feet. They grow slowly and are a favorite food throughout the South Pacific so divers are lucky to spot them.
Underwater images - Turtle Release
Sea turtles are often sighted around Dry Tortugas National Park. Originally named Las Tortugas (Spanish for The Turtles) by Ponce de Leon in 1513, this collection of small sand and coral islands is famous for t... More
DRTO-DUW-037 - National Parks Gallery
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